Exam 1: An Introduction to the Structure and Function of the Body

Which describes the anatomical relationship of the wrist to the elbow?

A plane dividing a body into upper and lower portions is a transverse plane.

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -divides the body into upper and lower parts

The word "dissection" comes from Greek words meaning "cutting up."

Explain the difference between anatomy and physiology.

The liver can be found in the

The body section that divides the nose from the back of the head is a _____ section.

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -divides the body into right and left sides

The level of organization directly below the organ level is the _____ level.

What is meant by a negative feedback loop? Give an example of a negative feedback loop in the body.

MATCHING Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -the smallest "living" part of the body

The heart is an example of a(n)

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -a subdivision of the thoracic cavity

Pathology is the scientific study of disease.

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -toward the feet or below

Doctors recommend putting babies to sleep on their backs to help prevent breathing problems.This is the supine position.

Anatomy is defined as the study of the structure of an organism.

The part of the feedback loop that detects a change in the regulated condition is called

The brain is located in the dorsal cavity.

Match each term with its corresponding definition or description. -a muscular sheet dividing the thoracic and abdominopelvic cavities